Toyota Names Julie A. Hamp as New Chief Communications Officer for North America
Toyota today announced that Julie A. Hamp will join the company as chief communications officer for North America, effective June 25. In this role, Hamp will have primary responsibility for coordinating Toyota's public relations efforts in the region while leading the company's cross-affiliate communications team inclu ... Continue reading
Analysts Highlight Key Findings, Predictions in June 2012 Blue Book Market Report
Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new car and used car information, today reports its latest automotive market insights are now available in its monthly distribution of the Blue Book Market Report. Kelley Blue Book's Blue Book Market Report for June 2012 covers the new- and used-car markets with foc ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Partners With Massachusetts State Police
ExxonMobil Lubricants and Petroleum Specialties, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation, announced today a six-year partnership with the Massachusetts State Police to become the sole lubricant provider for the entire 2,500-vehicle fleet. Since March 1, 2012, all Massachusetts State Police vehicles have been using Mobil ... Continue reading
Coates International, Ltd. (NASDAQ OTC BB: COTE) 'Coates International Ltd. (the "Company") has been advised that the State of Oklahoma has changed its incentive program and accordingly, has revised the package of incentives it is prepared to make available as an inducement to establish manufacturing operations within ... Continue reading
This is to announce the appointment of Carsten J. Reinhardt as Member of the Corporate Board of Management of Voith GmbH and as President and CEO of Voith Turbo GmbH & Co. KG. As of July 1, 2012, Reinhardt will succeed Dr. Hubert Lienhard who had held this function since January 1, 2012 in addition to his office as Pre ... Continue reading
GEICO moves in CAT teams to assist victims affected by Dallas hail storms
In the wake of yesterday's intense hail storms that swept the Dallas-Fort Worth area, GEICO is moving in a Catastrophe Claims Team to assist policyholders affected by the recent storm. 'We are aware of the serious damage that storms cause, particularly if there's hail. It may be difficult or even impossible for drivers ... Continue reading
New Appointments to the Chrysler Group Board of Directors
Chrysler Group LLC today announced that Ruth J. Simmons and Erickson N. Perkins were appointed to its Board as independent directors, effective June 10. The new directors join the Board as Gov. James Blanchard exits with the expiration of his term. With these appointments, the Board is restored to nine members. "I'm pl ... Continue reading
Flexpoint Poised to Enter $20.6 Billion Auto Sensors Market
Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: FLXT) today discussed a study on the rapidly growing market for vehicle sensors ahead of major meetings with Fortune 500 auto companies. A study by Global Industry Analysts, INC projects growth in the global automotive sensors market to top $20.6 billion by 2017. The report single ... Continue reading
Autoliv Named a Top-performing Supplier for Ford
In 2011, our suppliers stepped up to the challenge of building vehicles that improve commonality and efficiency in more ways than ever before, and we are grateful for their unwavering commitment' Autoliv, Inc. (STO:ALIVSDB), the worldwide leader in automotive safety, today announced that its airbag plant in Spain was p ... Continue reading
CDC Study Finds Universal Motorcycle Helmet Laws Increase Helmet Use and Saves Money
Annual cost savings in states with universal motorcycle helmet laws were nearly four times greater (per registered motorcycle) than in states without these comprehensive laws, according to a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report study released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Universal helmet la ... Continue reading
Volvo Group to Strengthen Its Range of Trucks Powered by Natural Gas in the North American Market
Regulatory News: Under the Mack brand, the range of trucks powered by natural gas will be expanded by a further two models during 2013, Mack Pinnacle and Mack Granite. The expansion entails that the Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) will be also able to offer North American customers trucks powered by natural gas in t ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America, Inc. ("VWoA") held its annual National Parts and Service Managers Meeting in Dallas, Texas on May 10th and 11th. Insignia Group President David Stringer was invited to impart his expertise to the attendees on developing and maintaining a successful accessories profit center inside a dealership. " ... Continue reading
MADD President Calls for Summit of Traffic Safety Leaders to Renew Focus on Proven Solutions
Leader says some states are no longer making progress, and are instead backsliding During a keynote address today at the 30th Anniversary Lifesavers Conference on Highway Safety Priorities, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) National President Jan Withers called for a summit of traffic safety leaders to renew the foc ... Continue reading
NADA Predicts Used-Car Prices to Drop 3% in July
Moderate seasonal demand will drive down prices in all used-vehicle segments over the coming months, says Jonathan Banks, senior analyst with the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Used Car Guide. This short-term sales forecast and other industry data were released today as part of the June 2012 edition of ... Continue reading
VINtek, a provider of automotive collateral management, electronic lien and title (ELT) services and direct finance processing, is assisting automotive lenders in Florida and Georgia in preparing for the implementation of expanded ELT programs in both states. 'By legislating an expanded population of paperless titles, ... Continue reading
NACS - Consumers Reap Savings, Economy Benefits From Debit Card Reform
Home Depot has slashed prices on more than 3,000 products since the Durbin Amendment took effect. WASHINGTON June 14, 2012; NACOSONLINE reported that the Merchants Payments Coalition welcomed news this week that Home Depot in joining the nationâs retailers, both large and small, in passing savings from debit card ... Continue reading
Road Trips Top Travelers' Summer Vacation Plans
According to a survey conducted by AutoTrader.com in May, 79 percent of respondents who are planning to travel this summer indicated that the still-struggling economy has propelled them to modify their vacation plans. Thirty-seven percent of travelers will spend less on vacationing this year compared to last, and 28 pe ... Continue reading
EyesOn Design 2012 - A Classic Father's Day Tradition
By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Photos by Bob Benko and Steve Purdy Are you looking for something more to do on Fatherâs Day? Do you love old cars, boats and motorcycles? Are you anywhere near Detroit? This is the show for you! Well, maybe Iâm being a bit presumptuous. This is certainly the ... Continue reading
IndyCar - Chinese Promoter Cancels 2012 Qingdao Race
INDIANAPOLIS, June 13, 2012: INDYCAR, the sanctioning body for the IZOD IndyCar Series, announced today its scheduled Aug. 19 race in Qingdao, China, has been cancelled. "We wanted to give the China race every opportunity to move forward and be successful, but INDYCAR has been notified by the promoter that the event is ... Continue reading
NHRA Top Fuel - Schumacher/Brown Ready For Bristol
BRISTOL, June 13, 2012: With birthday and Fatherâs Day celebrations grabbing the spotlight, U.S. Army NHRA Racing Top Fuel drivers Tony âThe Sargeâ� Schumacher and Antron Brown will hit Bristol (Tenn.) Dragway Friday through Sunday for the Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. Schumacher and Brown wil ... Continue reading
Sprint Cup - Smith Banking On More Heat In Michigan
DENVER, June 13, 2012: The improving Furniture Row Racing team is looking for hotter results as the pre-summer stretch run continues this weekend at Michigan International Speedway, site of Sunday's Quicken Loans 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. Though the single-car team based in Colorado's Mile High City has produc ... Continue reading
Navigant Economics Releases Study on Impact of Tier 3 Gasoline Regulation
Navigant announced today that a new study by Navigant Economics analyzes the economic and health implications of the EPA's proposed Tier 3 regulation of sulfur in gasoline. Mandating a reduction in the level of sulfur in gasoline generates private costs in terms of equipment upgrades by U.S. oil refineries, but it also ... Continue reading
Motorsports Venues - Grand Am Drivers Ready To Race At Indy
INDIANAPOLIS, June 13, 2012: GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series drivers and teams prepared for the inaugural Kroger Super Weekend at the Brickyard in July by participating in a tire test on the Grand Prix road course Tuesday, June 12 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. GRAND-AM will make its IMS debut Friday, July 27. Se ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - Virgin Group Becomes Affiliate Sponsor Of TrueCar Racing IndyCar Program
NEW YORK AND SANTA MONICA, June 13, 2012: TrueCar Racing has announced today that Virgin Group, a leading global brand synonymous with innovation, entertainment, lifestyle and adventure and one of the worldâs most recognized brands, is joining as an affiliate sponsor of TrueCar Racing, the worldâs first all-f ... Continue reading
SAE International Study Shows Mixed Salary Gains for Automotive Engineers
Employment prospects and salaries have improved for the majority of automotive engineers since the end of the global recessions, according to the 2012 SAE International Salary Study. The study also showed that where one works impacts on whether a salary increased or decreased. "This type of information provides valuabl ... Continue reading
Top Teen Cars Rank High in Safety According to AAA
Top Cars for Teens driven by safety, reliability and price suggests AAA Auto Buying experts For most new teen drivers buying a car is likely influenced by speed, style, color and brand. For teen parents, it's a focus on safety and reliability while not breaking the bank. Unfortunately, like settling on a curfew, findin ... Continue reading
New Generation Hyundai i30 Is Britain's Best Value Hatchback
The New Generation i30, launched in March, has been awarded âBest Value Hatchback' in the annual Practical Caravan, The Camping & Caravanning Club & What Car? Towcar Awards 2012. ... Continue reading
Let Peugeot Entertain You With The New 208 At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Visitors to the Peugeot stand at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this year will be in for a spectacle. A world-class outdoor stand awaits and invites everyone to see a number of exclusive displays. ... Continue reading
Aston Martin DBR1 To Return To Le Mans
Aston Martin's 1959 Le Mans-winning DBR1 will return to the Circuit de la Sarthe, France, this weekend as part of a tribute to its drivers Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori, and its chief engineer Ted Cutting, who all sadly passed away in recent weeks ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Scoops Climate Change Award
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) scooped a coveted environment award at the West Midlands Business in the Community (BITC) awards held in Birmingham last night. ... Continue reading
The rain might be putting a dampener on everyone's post-Diamond Jubilee spirits, but one thing that's sure to raise a few smiles this summer is the UK launch of Dacia, arguably the best value car brand, later this month. ... Continue reading
Caravan Club Exhibition, National Motor Museum
An exciting new exhibition celebrating the history of leisure touring caravanning has been launched at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. ... Continue reading
Toy Toyota Concept Unveiled At 2012 Tokyo Toy Show
Alliteration abounds at the 2012 International Tokyo Toy Show, as Toyota announces it will display a family-oriented concept vehicle. ... Continue reading
Fiat Introduces Cool Range Of Air Conditioning Service Offers
A new range of air conditioning checks and servicing is being introduced by Fiat Group Automobiles UK Ltd in time for summer. ... Continue reading
Honda's Idle Stop Now Standard On Jazz 1.2 i-VTEC SE
Honda has introduced its fuel-saving Idle Stop technology to the Jazz 1.2 i-VTEC to further demonstrate the company's commitment to reducing emissions and improving efficiency. ... Continue reading
Saab customers in Australia and New Zealand unaffected by sale of Saab Automobile AB.
Overnight, the receivers of Saab Automobile AB announced that they had reached an agreement to sell Saab Automobile AB's assets. ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company's new 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine - which launched to acclaim this year in the Focus in Europe - today was named 2012 "International Engine of the Year" based on votes cast by 76 journalists from 35 countries around the world. ... Continue reading
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